Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kapakata
ID:
911721

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) Bridson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 340 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911056

Common Names

  • Coffea Kapakata
  • Kapakata Coffea
  • Kapakata Coffee

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Description

Coffea kapakata (also called Kapakata Coffee, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Coffea kapakata is used in traditional medicine for its stimulant, diuretic, and antispasmodic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coffea kapakata has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coffea kapakata is a shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Coffea kapakata

Coffea kapakata is native to Ethiopia and can be found in its natural habitat in the highlands of the country.

Coffea kapakata FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Coffea kapakata?

Coffea kapakata prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal light for Coffea kapakata?

Coffea kapakata prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the optimal soil for Coffea kapakata?

Coffea kapakata prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Coffea genus

Coffea ankaranensis, Coffea bakossii, Coffea bridsoniae, Coffea kihansiensis, Coffea minutiflora, Coffea moratii, Coffea sambavensis, Coffea vohemarensis, Coffea fotsoana, Coffea mapiana, Coffea boinensis, Coffea labatii, Coffea namorokensis, Coffea bissetiae, Coffea charrieriana, Coffea ambongensis, Coffea pterocarpa, Coffea abbayesii, Coffea affinis, Coffea alleizettei, Coffea ambanjensis, Coffea andrambovatensis, Coffea arabica, Coffea arenesiana, Coffea augagneuri, Coffea benghalensis, Coffea bertrandi, Coffea betamponensis, Coffea boiviniana, Coffea bonnieri, Coffea brevipes, Coffea buxifolia, Coffea canephora, Coffea carrissoi, Coffea cochinchinensis, Coffea commersoniana, Coffea congensis, Coffea costatifructa, Coffea coursiana, Coffea dactylifera, Coffea decaryana, Coffea dubardi, Coffea ebracteolata, Coffea eugenioides, Coffea fadenii, Coffea farafanganensis, Coffea floresiana, Coffea fragilis, Coffea fragrans, Coffea gallienii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-45579: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.